Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Saadiyat Island
Vibe
Ottoman palace grandeur meets lively island life, with symmetrical courtyards, turquoise jewel tones, and a wide private beach along the Arabian Gulf.
“Ottoman beachfront playground”
Anjana Spa pairs traditional Turkish hammam rituals with cold snow room therapy and trainer-led aqua fitness.
A dedicated wave pool, children's waterpark, private Arabian Gulf beach, and eleven all-inclusive dining venues.
Dedicated villa butler service, poolside cabana refreshments, and spacious marble suites overlooking the Arabian Gulf.
On a private Saadiyat Island beach along the Arabian Gulf, minutes from Louvre Abu Dhabi.
“From swim-up bars to live music, a kids club to a waterpark, Abu Dhabi’s Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island has more than enough to keep the whole family entertained.”
Rooms
Mosaic-tiled walls and polished marble floors open onto private balconies, while private villas add dedicated butler service and personal pools.
“Inside, the luxury resort leans into an Ottoman palace-inspired aesthetic with marble finishes, jewel tones and generous open-plan spaces that emphasize light and sea air.”
Wellness
Anjana Spa centers on a traditional Turkish hammam, cold plunge pools, and Abu Dhabi's only snow room for cold therapy.
Eat & drink
Dining spans fresh Mediterranean seafood at beachfront Mermaid, live teppanyaki shows at Aja, and authentic Turkish grills at Orient.
The neighborhood
The resort sits along Saadiyat Island's protected white sand coast, just minutes away from the domed galleries of Louvre Abu Dhabi.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.